Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teacher (Grades 9-12) JobID: 552 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 8/19/2025 Location: Atlantic County Institute of Technology Date Available: TBD Closing Date: TBD Additional Information: Show/Hide Substitute Teacher Position Purpose * To manage a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher and to deliver lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class.

Essential Functions * Reports to the office upon arrival at school * Checks for messages or materials requiring immediate attention * Requests clarification of school rules and procedures if necessary * Arrives in the classroom on schedule to greet students and remains in the assigned classroom so that students are effectively supervised * Maintains discipline and classroom control in order to promote active learning in the classroom while teaching the outlined lesson and implementing the lesson plan(s) * Maintains the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned * Delivers lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class and meets the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils * Budgets class time effectively * Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare and safety of all students * Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses and discipline problems to the appropriate administrator as soon as possible * Follows the schedule durint the school day and remains in the assigned classroom until all students have been dismissed for the day * Follows all policies, rules and procedures established for regular teachers and which good teaching practice dictates * Completes evaluation report form(s) at the end of the day and checks out with the authorized personnel prior to leaving at the end of the day * Determines if his/her services will be required for the next school day, following the district protocol for making substitute teacher assignments * Maintains and respects the confidentiality of student and school personnel information * Cooperates with other professional staff members * Maintains records of pupils' educational progress in class record books and/or Board-approved forms and summarizes the marks for reporting purposes * Collects and places student' papers in appropriate location(s) * Returns instructional materials, equipment and keys to proper place(s) * Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy * Models no-discriminatory practices in all areas * Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned Equipment * Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements * Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities * Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

* Knowledge of world history in a variety of sub-topic areas, including geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, anthropology, responsible citizenship, and humanities.

* Knowledge of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solution(s) in the past.

* Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

* Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

* Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

* Ability to organize and coordinate work.

* Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

* Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

* Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards * Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile * Valid New Jersey Substitute Instructional CertificateAbility to maintain a positive learning environment * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Ability to follow lesson plans left by the permanent teacher * Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S.

citizenship or legal resident alien status Education * 60 college credits and or the required vocational experience Experience * Successful prior substitute teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.